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Postglobal Teacher Preparation: Border Thinking along the Global South through International Cross-Cultural Experiences

Authors :
Rahatzad, Jubin
Sasser, Hannah L.
Phillion, JoAnn
Karimi, Nastaran
Deng, Yuwen
Akiyama, Reiko
Sharma, Suniti
Source :
International Journal of Multicultural Education. 2013 15(3):76-96.
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

Preservice teachers' international cross-cultural experiences can provide opportunities for the exploration of epistemic frontiers. In this article we suggest that postglobal teacher preparation take a critically reflective approach that engages preservice teachers in border thinking, which allows for other ways of knowing while studying abroad. Through international cross-cultural experiences, preservice teachers can recognize the disparate impacts of neoliberal economic globalization on educational and social equity within the metaphorical global South and the global North. We examine the narratives constructed by preservice teachers through the reflection of their international cross-cultural experiences during a Honduras Study Abroad Program. The article also explores the implications of a postglobal preparation for preservice teachers.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1934-5267
Volume :
15
Issue :
3
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
International Journal of Multicultural Education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ1105215
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research